Commissioners cite procurement failures, discover unapproved account as forensic audit proceeds

Apr 21, 2026

Curry County commissioners said a forensic audit has uncovered procurement irregularities tied to ammunition purchases and an unapproved county account; officials urged a full investigation and reinforced that purchases over $10,000 require board approval.

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A forensic audit and public questions over past purchases pushed Curry County commissioners on April 21 to pledge further investigation into procurement practices after residents and a former commissioner raised concerns about ammunition procured for the sheriff's office.

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